Sahel
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worldGunfire and Explosions Reported at Niamey Airport in Niger
Explosions and gunfire erupted at Niamey airport in Niger. Army forces repelled the two-hour assault near the entrance as security operations continue.
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worldSahel Kidnappings Surge: Foreigners Targeted by Al-Qaeda Affiliate
Foreign nationals, particularly Chinese workers, are increasingly being kidnapped in Africa's Sahel region by al-Qaeda affiliate JNIM, fueling ransom demands and economic pressure.